Driver

AHK Group Ltd; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfred H Knight in Gqeberha is seeking a skilled driver to join our team. The role oversees daily vehicle operations at a warehouse or site, transports workers to sites, completes pre-use inspections, and ensures loads are secured in line with HSE procedures.

Candidates must hold a valid SA driver's license and PDP, have at least five years of driving experience, and demonstrate reliability, honesty, and strong English communication.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid SA driver’s licence and PDP.
• Minimum 5 years driving experience.
• Ability to operate vehicle safely, legally, and in compliance with company procedures.
• Demonstrates professionalism and responsible driving behavior.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, legal, and professional operation of company vehicles.
• Transport employees to sites.
• Complete daily pre-use vehicle inspections.
• Immediately report defects, damages or unsafe conditions.
• Ensure loads are properly secured.
• Maintain an organized travel schedule.
• Ensure vehicles have sufficient fuel and are ready for use.
• Keep the vehicle clean and roadworthy.
• Attend and sign off on driver inductions and training.
• Follow company HSE procedures at all times.
• Stop work if driving conditions or vehicle safety is compromised.
• Cooperate in incidents investigations and document actions.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Health and safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Punctual and flexible

Customer service

English communication

Education

Valid South African driver's license

Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)

Job description

WHAT IS ON OFFER

Alfred H Knight has an exciting opportunity for a Driver to join the team in Gqeberha. The position is responsible for attending at a specific warehouse or job site to oversee the daily functions and assist sample preparers in loading completed samples. Record samples on the collection book. Disposed used samples back to the warehouse. Clean and wash vehicles. Transport workers to sites. Follow road act rules and regulations.

ABOUT US

Alfred H Knight is a totally independent, family owned business spanning five generations. A global network of strategically placed offices and laboratories enable global trade by providing independent inspection, analysis and consultancy services to the metals and minerals, solid fuels and agriculture industries.

We have honed and carefully crafted our reputation. Delivering knowledge and professionalism in all aspects of weighing, sampling and analysis. We thrive by continuing to re-invest in our facilities, technology and people. Click here to find out more about AHK.

DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

To be successful at Alfred H Knight the incumbents will need to display the following:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND WORK EXPERIENCE

In this role you will be responsible to

• Ensure safe, legal, and professional operation of company vehicles
• Transportation of employees to sites
• Complete daily pre-use vehicle inspection before driving
• Immediately report defects, damages or unsafe conditions
• Ensure loads are properly secured
• Maintaining an organized travel schedule.
• Ensuring that vehicles have sufficient fuel and are always ready for use
• Keep the vehicle clean, roadworthy, and presentable
• Attend and sign off on driver inductions and training
• Follow company HSE Procedures at all times
• Stop work if driving conditions or vehicle safety is compromised
• Cooperate fully in incidents investigations
• Submit required documentation and statements timeously
• Maintain professionalism behaviour at all times
• Represent company responsibly when driving

Required Competencies

• Ability to present information both written and verbally
• Strict adherence to health and safety procedures
• Ability to follow instructions accurately and procedures
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Demonstrate a high degree of manual dexterity
• Honest, sober habits, adaptable, punctual and flexible
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Good customer service skills
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal and written)

Required Qualifications

• Valid South African driver’s license
• Valid Professional Driving Permit (PDP)

Required work experience

• Minimum of 5 years Driving experience

BENEFITS

We are offering an excellent opportunity with a salary and benefits package to match. Alfred H Knight is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and hence welcomes applications from all sections of the community in line with our Employment Equity Plan.